Ms. Hughes and Radio One have been vocal critics of the H.R. 848, running negative ads on many of her 51 radio stations that criticize both the measure and its sponsor, Congressman John Conyers. Radio One has repeatedly asked for an opportunity to raise their concerns, and today Chairman Conyers gave them the opportunity – which they declined.

Radio One and Cathy Hughes can’t have it both ways. They can’t stand outside the tent and criticize the Performance Rights Act, and when invited inside the tent to share their views, refuse to participate.

In an entirely unrelated drama, sometimes a song is about more than the business of music. Sometimes it’s eerily prophetic.